Locum MLA - Histology - Swansea

Pulse Staffing Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited is seeking a Band 3 Biomedical Support Worker to join a well-established NHS laboratory in South Wales. The role involves supporting laboratory operations, specimen handling, and assisting Biomedical Scientists to deliver high-quality diagnostic services.

Start ASAP, ongoing duration, 8:30am – 5:00pm (7.5 hours). Key duties include managing dissections, aiding with specimen reception and processing, maintaining slides, and upholding health and safety standards in a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a laboratory, pathology, healthcare or scientific support environment is desirable.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately and consistently.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Understanding of laboratory health and safety practices advantageous.
• Flexible and proactive approach in a busy laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with duties within the dissection room, supporting specimen handling and preparation processes
• Undertake background laboratory tasks to support Biomedical Scientists and the wider pathology team
• File, archive, and retrieve microscope slides accurately and efficiently
• Assist with specimen reception, storage, and movement throughout the laboratory where required
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organisation in accordance with departmental procedures
• Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety policies and quality standards
• Carry out general administrative and support duties to help maintain an efficient service

Skills

Laboratory experience

SOP adherence

Organisational skills

Communication

Health & safety

Flexible

Job description

Job Title: Band 3 Biomedical Support Worker
Banding: Band 3
Location: South Wales
Rate: £14.00 - £16.00 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Working Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm (7.5 hours per day)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and organised Band 3 Biomedical Support Worker to join a well-established NHS laboratory in South Wales. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy pathology service, supporting laboratory operations and helping to deliver high-quality diagnostic services to patients.

What will your responsibilities be:

• Assist with duties within the dissection room, supporting specimen handling and preparation processes
• Undertake background laboratory tasks to support Biomedical Scientists and the wider pathology team
• File, archive, and retrieve microscope slides accurately and efficiently
• Assist with specimen reception, storage, and movement throughout the laboratory where required
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organisation in accordance with departmental procedures
• Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety policies and quality standards
• Carry out general administrative and support duties to help maintain an efficient service

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience working within a laboratory, pathology, healthcare, or scientific support environment is desirable
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures accurately and consistently
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Understanding of laboratory health and safety practices would be advantageous
• Flexible and proactive approach to work within a busy laboratory setting

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation Workforce Support and Safeguard List.